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Authentic WW1 British Feather Bonnet, Black Watch Royal Highland Reg., 4 Tails

$ 315.96

Availability: 74 in stock
  • Condition: In great, used condition; this gorgeous military headdress exhibits evidence of wear to the original interior lining. Portions of cork showing through the fabric where the leather sweatband used to be present but has since fallen out. Leather chinstrap likely a replacement. Ostrich feathers in great shape with evidence of one tail possibly being period- replaced - see photos. See photos for details
  • Modified Item: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Region of Origin: Great Britain

    Description

    A simply beautiful antique British army headdress from the early 20th century, WW1-era. This four-tail Ostrich Feather Bonnet is badged to the Black Watch Royal Highland Regiment. It's spectacular feathers and red plume are in great shape and display wonderfully. The early style interior lining shows much wear, and a maker's mark is visible stamped in the crown. Leather chinstrap present that appears to be a replacement, and one of the four tails appears to be a period replacement. In overall excellent condition and a scarce piece.
    Don't miss out on this rare, original WW1-era headdress that has survived the years in beautifully preserved condition, and would be a top-shelf headdress in any serious helmet/headgear collector's display.
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